Police Officer

INTRODUCTION Located in New Britain, CT, Central Connecticut State University (Central) is a constituent unit of the Board of Regents for Higher Education (BOR), Connecticut State Colleges and Universities. As one of the State of Connecticut institutions of higher learning, Central is a regional, comprehensive public university dedicated to learning in the liberal arts and sciences and to education for the professions. Central offers a vibrant learning‑centered community dedicated to teaching and to scholarship. ABOUT US The Police Department at Central Connecticut State University is a fully sworn nationally accredited police agency, focused on ensuring health, safety, and providing a stable work and learning environment for our campus community and visitors. We are committed to the fundamental principles of community policing, such as crime prevention, omnipresence, and partnerships with the community we serve. We are continually striving to provide nothing but the best policing service to our community. IMPORTANT LICENSES AND PROFESSIONAL CERTIFICATIONS Applicants must include on their application their CT POST Police Officer Certification number with date of issuance and expiration. If your certification is pending, please include POSTC under the Job‑Related Academic, Technical or Vocational Training section. Applicants for these positions are not required to possess or retain Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) certification. WHAT WE CAN OFFER YOU Visit our new State Employee Benefits Overview page! Professional growth and development opportunities! A healthy work/life balance to all employees! POSITION HIGHLIGHTS Full‑Time 40 hours per week Shifts determined once hired (1st, 2nd, 3rd) May require work on holidays/weekends Required reading: Connecticut Law Enforcement Officers’ Field Manuals – The Original Red and Blue Books (Blue 360 Media) DISCOVERY THE OPPORTUNITY TO Be a part of a comprehensive team of caring professionals Cultivate, enhance and nurture trustworthy relationships with the community we serve Create a campus culture that recognizes the importance of personal and community safety Incorporate intelligence‑led policing analysis with our service oriented and community policing philosophies Explore and implement fresh, creative approaches to strengthen safety by applying principles of crime prevention through environmental design IN THIS ROLE, YOU WILL Provide crowd control at various CCSU events and activities Monitor designated areas to ensure physical security and authorized access in order to prevent theft, trespass, vandalism or violation of state statutes and regulations Give direction and routine information to the public Participate in evacuation activities in event of fire, bomb threats, or other potential disasters Operate firefighting apparatus if needed Conduct cruiser or foot patrols Conduct bicycle patrols as weather permits Provide traffic and/or crowd control Assess nature of further assistance needed and makes timely and appropriate arrangements Gather background information and provide threat assessments regarding high‑risk locations, safety of persons or property, biological or physical threats Respond to emergency situations and provide CPR or first aid to injured parties Assist State Police in investigation of major criminal acts Maintain building security and perform patrol duties at time of heightened alert level under Homeland Security procedures Direct traffic and enforce motor vehicle and parking regulations Initiate and conduct criminal and other investigations of violations, suspicious activities or reports of incidents occurring within jurisdiction Conduct on site investigations, question witnesses, arrest individuals at scene and issue summons Record information Apply for and serve arrest warrants Process paperwork on arrests and activity reports Arrange surety and non‑surety bond payments or Written Promise to Appear (WPA) Provide court testimony Conduct special programs, projects and services as required Process arrested individuals including determining charges, fingerprinting, photographing, initiating National Crime Information Computer (NCIC) check, searching, removing and inventorying personal belongings and transporting arrested persons to lock up Conduct various safety training, certification and/or recertification courses Perform minor equipment repairs Make public presentations regarding crime prevention and safety Serve as dispatcher Perform related duties as required NOTE: This posting may be used to fill additional vacancies for Police Officer at Central. APPLYING FOR THE POSITION For current state employees, salary calculations may differ among branches of state government. To be considered, you must meet the Minimum Qualifications listed on the job opening and complete required experience and training by the closing date. All application materials must be received by the recruiting agency by the specified deadline; late applications will not be considered. Applicants must be authorized to work lawfully in the United States by the date of appointment. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS – GENERAL EXPERIENCE Certification as a law enforcement officer in the State of Connecticut pursuant to regulations promulgated by the Connecticut Police Officer Standards and Training Council. May be authorized to work on a temporary basis pending re‑certification. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS – SUBSTITUTIONS ALLOWED Successful completion of prescribed training and probationary requirements set forth in the class of Protective Services Trainee. PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS Clear, effective writing and speaking across a variety of audiences Produces thorough and precise work, with strong focus on accuracy and careful review Possession of Emergency Medical Responder (EMR) certification Possession of Field Training Officer certification POST Certified Instructor CHARACTER REQUIREMENTS In addition to checking references and facts stated in the application, a thorough background investigation of each candidate may be conducted before certification for appointment. KNOWLEDGE, SKILL AND ABILITY Knowledge of police and security practices and procedures; state and federal laws; traffic and crowd control practices; criminal law and court procedures. Considerable interpersonal skills; oral and written communication skills. Ability to analyze emergency situations and develop effective courses of action; utilize computer software. SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS Must possess and maintain authority from the Commissioner of Emergency Services and Public Protection to arrest and present before a competent authority. Must possess and maintain certification as a law enforcement officer in the State of Connecticut and maintain certification as required by regulations. Must possess and maintain a valid Motor Vehicle operator’s license. May be required to obtain and retain Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) certification. Must be eligible and qualified to bear arms. May be required to travel. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS Must have general good health, sufficient physical strength, stamina, agility, endurance and visual and auditory acuity required to perform duties; a physical fitness assessment will be required of all applicants. Comprehensive medical examination, including controlled substance screening, will be required upon a conditional offer. WORKING CONDITIONS Incumbents may be exposed to unpleasant and/or dangerous situations that could cause injury or loss of life, to uncomfortable weather conditions and/or confinement within a vehicle for prolonged periods. CONCLUSION The State of Connecticut is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and strongly encourages the applications of women, minorities, and persons with disabilities. ACKNOWLEDGEMENT As defined by Sec. 5-196 of the Connecticut General Statutes, a job class is a position or group of positions that share general characteristics and are categorized under a single title for administrative purposes. A job class is not meant to be all‑inclusive of every task and/or responsibility. #J-18808-Ljbffr